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Harry,
Do as lanesplitter says to check for vac leeks. Also, check the choke slide linkage on the carbs. It's thin and can bend easy if not carefull when working on carbs and can hold one or more carb chokes slightly open. Also, when starting the engine cold and using the choke, you'll notice engine will run at idle or slightly above when you first start the engine. If you blip the throttle after a few seconds with the choke on, engine should run up to appx 2000rpm's or more. Closing the choke brings the rpm's back down. Set the idle to appx 1000 to 1200 rpm's with the engine HOT. Blip the throttle a few times when turning the adjustment to ensure it's settled(adjustment cable has a slight kink because of the bend, so be mindfull of that, it takes a little fiddling). When that's done, engine should idle appx 700 to 900 rpm when COLD with NO choke. Either throttle up slightly by hand, or use a little choke till warm enough to idle without stalling or using choke. Once engine is up to operating temps, should idle at 1000 to 1200 rpm's again. Sounds goofy, I know, but this is the way mine has been since new('02 1200) and my 96 T'bird also(sold). Once you get it set and used to it, it shouldn't be any probs. JUST MAKE SURE YOU BLIP THE THROTTLE WHEN ADJUSTING THE IDLE OR IT WILL BIND AND NOT SET RIGHT!!!!
Oh, before I forget, check your throttle cable end play. Make sure rpm's don't rise or fall when turning the handle bars from lock to lock.
Hope this helps.
Erv
Deep in the Heart of Texas!!
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